Ferguson Matthew
Hyrox Result
Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2024 Sydney using our in-depth report. By comparing their results to those of similar athletes, we identify key strengths and areas in need of improvement.
For this specific race, our analysis is based on the performance of
435 similar athletes.
Race Summary
This chart provides a visual summary of the race performance, displaying percentile rankings for all running and workout segments. You can quickly see the strength and the weakness of the athlete.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
Running
We compare the athlete's running times with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly determine if your running pace was too fast or too slow for your overall finish time.
Based on 435 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Workouts
We compare the athlete's workout times for each station with peers who have similar finish times.
This chart helps you quickly identify if any workouts were too fast or too slow relative to your overall finish time.
Based on 435 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Pacing Quality
This section showcases the entire Ferguson Matthew's performance at each station and run segment compared to the average.
It reveals strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into how the athlete's times stack up against typical HYROX competitors with same finish time.
In HYROX racing, pacing is crucial. The pacing line highlights Ferguson Matthew's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.
Based on 435 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Pro Men
Spread of Splits Time
This chart illustrates the spread of splits of all athletes competing in the same division, providing a visual representation of the distribution of times for each split.
Use this chart to compare the Ferguson Matthew's performance against the competition, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement.
This chart includes Top 10%, Top 25%, Top 50%, Top 75%, Top 90%, and Top 100% of the athletes. The outliers have been removed for clarity.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
Improvement Plan
Based on our analysis, here are the focus areas for improvement. The goal is
to determine how quickly the athlete could improve on some stations and where is the path of least resistance to improve Ferguson Matthew's time.
The percentile rank is the current position of the athlete compared to the competition. It goes from 0 to 100, where 0 is the best and 100 is the worst.
It show the potential improvement for each station. The athlete should focus on the stations with the highest potential improvement and the biggest duration.
A big improvement in the Farmer's carry station will not be as impactful as a small improvement in the wall ball station for instance.
Just click on a station to see how easy it will be to improve and how important it is to focus on it during training.
For this athlete we identified a possible improvement of
04:54.
Check the detail of the improvement plan below.
01:44
Potential Improvement
35.4%
Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
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Overall Performance
Matthew Ferguson delivered a commendable performance in the 2024 Sydney HYROX PRO event, securing an overall rank of 29, placing him in the top 16% of athletes. Within his age group (35-39), he ranked 8th, indicating strong competitive standing. Matthew’s overall time was 01:08:30, with a total running time of 00:33:58, which was 00:12 slower than the average. This suggests a slight underperformance in running, indicating a potential area for improvement. His pacing strategy appeared to start on a strong note, with an impressive Running 1 time, but gradually slowed down, particularly evident in segments like Running 4 and Running 8. This suggests that Matthew may have started a bit too fast and could benefit from a more consistent pacing strategy. Matthew exhibits a balanced profile with strengths in both running and strength exercises, though there is room to enhance his running efficiency further.
Segments to Improve
- Burpees Broad Jump: Matthew was 00:47 slower than average in this segment, placing him in the 91st percentile. To improve, focus on plyometric training to enhance explosive power and endurance. Exercises: Box jumps, burpee variations with a focus on speed, and lateral jumps.
- Sled Pull: He was 00:30 slower than average, ranking in the 78th percentile. Improving grip strength and overall pulling power will be beneficial. Exercises: Deadlifts, bent-over rows, and sled drags with increasing resistance over time.
- Total Running Time: Matthew’s total running was 00:12 slower than average. To address this, integrate speed work and interval training to boost running efficiency. Exercises: Tempo runs, 400-meter intervals, and hill sprints.
Race Strategies
- Consistent Pacing: Start at a slightly more conservative pace to maintain energy levels throughout the race. Implement a strategy where the first few running segments are controlled to avoid early fatigue.
- Transition Efficiency: Although Matthew performed well in the roxzone, there’s always room for improvement. Practice quick transitions between exercises by setting up mock race scenarios in training.
- Compromised Running Drill: Incorporate drills that simulate running after strength exercises to condition the body to handle fatigue. For instance, perform a set of sled pulls immediately followed by a running segment to mimic race conditions.
By focusing on these targeted areas for improvement and implementing effective race strategies, Matthew Ferguson can enhance his performance in future HYROX events.
Race History
Explore your race history splits in detail below.
The interactive chart provides an easy way to analyze your performance by highlighting faster and slower times across each split.
This tool is designed to help you identify trends, track improvements, and refine your strategy for future races.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Pro Men
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